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Data Protection Act (DPA) Introduced to protect the privacy of people whose personal information is stored on computer. Companies must adhere to a set of 8 standards unless: It is used for personal use. It is used in pay-role. It is held for national security. The data subject has given permission to be on the mailing list.…read more

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8 Standards1. You can not store personal data un-less the data subject has given permission.2. Data can only be used for the purpose it was given.3. Only data relevant to that activity may be asked for.4. Regular updating must be undertaken.5. Data must only be stored as long as necessary.6. The data stored must not infringe on the data subjects rights.7. Data must be kept in a secure location and can not be copied.8. Personal data can not be transferred to…read more

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Copyright, Design and PatentAct The law makes its illegal to copy a protected file or picture without the copyrights owner's permission. Punishment could be a fine or jail sentence. Examples of breaking this law is: Downloading music or software. Using pirate software without a licence. Re-using pictures and logos.…read more